Educational Leadership with Principal JL

Connect with the Show Here! The teacher shortage crisis demands innovative solutions from today's educational leaders. Principal JL dives deep into practical strategies for attracting and retaining quality educators in an increasingly competitive landscape.  Discover how forward-thinking schools are building their own teacher pipelines through creative programs like paid high school internshi...

Connect with the Show Here! Coach Tony Kimble's remarkable journey from the football field to educational innovation stands as a powerful testament to how leadership skills transcend specific domains. What began as a young math teacher's desire to coach football evolved into a transformative career spanning over two decades across classrooms, administrative roles, and now, educational co...

Connect with the Show Here! Kurtis Hewson's journey from classroom teacher to international education consultant reveals a startling truth about our schools: the isolation educators experience despite being surrounded by colleagues. As co-founder of Jigsaw Learning and co-author of "Collaborative Response," Kurtis shares how this recognition shaped his mission to ensure no teacher w...

Connect with the Show Here! Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, a retired school superintendent whose experiences and insights are transforming the educational landscape. In this episode, we explore his journey from classroom to leadership, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in education. Joe shares how his daily “One Minute Walks” revolution...

Connect with the Show Here! Are you struggling to maintain your passion in a leadership role? Join us as we explore the secrets to sustaining your leadership journey while avoiding burnout. This episode dives into practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries, ensuring you remain energized and effective in your role. We discuss the vital importance of building support networks, both within y...

Connect with the Show Here! This episode explores the journey from good to great in education by fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Key topics include adopting a growth mindset, the value of professional development, recognition of staff, effective communication, and collaboration for better student outcomes. • Discussing the concept of a growth mindset  • Emphasizing the importance of...

Connect with the Show Here! What happens when a single conversation can redefine your entire career path? Angela Kelly, a dedicated educator and leadership coach, shares her inspiring journey from a brief stint in studying finance to discovering her true calling in education. Her story is one of transformative growth, beginning with the Upward Bound program, which set her on a path to become the f...

Connect with the Show Here! Unlock the secrets of harnessing data to revolutionize educational leadership! Discover how effective data-driven decision-making can transform student attendance and uplift teacher performance, all while fostering a supportive school culture. This episode guides you through strategies used by school improvement teams to identify and address challenges like chronic abse...

Connect with the Show Here! Unlock the secrets to effective conflict resolution and transform your leadership skills with insights from Principal JL in the latest episode of the Coach"Em Up Leadership Series. Discover how mastering the art of difficult conversations can make you a more effective leader in education, by learning to navigate complex situations with empathy and clarity. We'...

Connect with the Show Here! Discover the essentials of motivating and inspiring educators in our latest Coach"EM Up leadership series episode. What if unlocking the true potential of your teaching staff could be achieved through authenticity and vulnerability? We promise you’ll walk away with strategies to cultivate a positive school culture, from sharing personal stories to offering tangible...

Connect with the Show Here! Can social media actually transform the way school principals connect with their communities? Join us as we uncover the remarkable journey of Principal Mo, a trailblazer in educational leadership, who is redefining what it means to be a school principal in the digital age. With prestigious accolades like the 2020 Heart of Schools Award and the Maryland Association of El...

Connect with the Show Here! Unlock the keys to transformative leadership in education and learn how leading by example can inspire change and growth within your school community. Imagine turning challenges into pivotal learning moments that strengthen resilience and innovation. In this episode of the Coach-Em-Up Leadership Series, we explore the power of authentic leadership, emphasizing the vital...

Connect with the Show Here! Could mastering the art of communication and feedback revolutionize your role as an educational leader? This episode promises to equip you with essential strategies to enhance your communication skills through active listening and constructive feedback. With personal anecdotes from my journey as a principal, I share insights on fostering a supportive environment for tea...

Connect with the Show Here! Building strong relationships and trust are crucial for effective educational leadership. We explore actionable strategies such as active listening, empathy, collaboration, and having fun in the workplace to create an environment that empowers teachers and students alike. • The importance of trust in educational leadership  • Strategies for building trust with staff  •...

Connect with the Show Here! Unlock the secrets to effective educational leadership as we explore the dynamic role of school leaders who, much like skilled coaches, inspire their teams through collaboration and empathy. Discover how to establish a shared vision, set clear expectations, and foster a culture of high expectations within your school. Through personal anecdotes, we reveal innovative str...

Connect with the Show Here! Discover the intriguing connections between coaching and educational leadership as we navigate a journey that began on the football field and led to the halls of education. Inspired by a transformative conversation with my wife's grandfather and drawing from a rich military background, I share my personal evolution from sports coaching to becoming an educational le...

Connect with the Show Here! Unlock the secrets to transforming your school into a powerhouse of innovation and growth by mastering the art of educational leadership. Imagine leading with the passion and precision of a championship-winning coach—this trailer is your introduction to the Coach EM Up Leadership Series that will begin on Monday, December 16th, 2024 with a new episode being released wee...

Connect with the Show Here! Unlock transformative strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism in schools, particularly within socioeconomically challenged communities. Inspired by a successful attendance policy from other schools and infused with our own insights and experiences as a principal, we’ve crafted a pathway to creating a thriving school culture. Learn how PBIS systems and transformational...

Connect with the Show Here! Ever wondered how collaborative efforts can truly transform a school environment? In this episode, I share invaluable strategies from my own journey as both a rural and larger school principal. Discover how forming a diverse school improvement team is not just beneficial but essential. We'll explore actionable steps to include everyone from principals to staff memb...

Connect with the Show Here!  One cohort of juniors can tilt an entire high school’s rating. That stark truth has turned accountability into a game with real stakes, and we’re pulling back the curtain on the rules, the pressure, and the plays that actually work without hollowing out learning. As a high school principal, I walk through how Nebraska’s ACT-centered system shapes curriculum, culture, a...

Connect with the Show Here! Hiring in schools used to feel straightforward. Now it’s a sprint, a strategy game, and a year-round relationship sport. We unpack why the pipeline shrank, where strong candidates still come from, and how leaders can move faster without lowering the bar. From hard-to-staff roles like math, science, and SPED to the subtle art of culture fit, we share what’s working on th...

Connect with the Show Here! Headlines love to say schools are broken. We wanted to step back from the noise and share the view from the principal’s chair: education is hard, yes, but it’s also purposeful, structured, and far more rewarding than most people realize. Drawing on years outside the classroom—factory shifts, retail, fast food, and eight years in the military—JL breaks down why teaching...

Connect with the Show Here! In this episode, Principal JL will be interviewing Principal Rudy Perez. Rudy is a long-time principal with unique life and career experiences. We will discuss his path to educational leadership, his servant leadership style, and the qualities that aspiring educational leaders need to have when beginning their educational leadership journey! You do not want to miss the...

Connect with the Show Here! This episode features the 2020-2021 Region IV Outstanding Principal of the Year in Nebraska for NASSP and PK-12 Principal, Mr. Jeff Schwartz. He talks about how he has grown as an educational leader, tells us about his experiences as an educational leader, his leadership style, and what makes being an educational leader so rewarding. You do not want to miss out on this...

Connect with the Show Here! In this episode, Principal JL will explore why he became an educator as well as an educational leader. He shares stories and insights from his very own experiences as a Secondary Principal, gives advice to inspiring educational leaders,  and discusses his very own educational leadership styles. Principal JL also gives an overview of what the Educational Leadership PodCa...